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Great Neck offers a seaside environment in Dartmouth
On the southern coastline of Dartmouth, Great Neck is a Massachusetts neighborhood with a classic seaside atmosphere. Homes are interspersed with tracts of land preserved by the Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust, while Buzzards Bay lies between the beaches of Great Neck and offshore islands. Despite a mix of older and newer homes in the area, it can feel like a step back in time, and that element is the main appeal of Great Neck. “The whole area has retained an old-fashioned feeling,” says William Milbury, a real estate broker and owner of Milbury & Co. “People home in on the area because it has iconic, old-fashioned architecture and a pristine landscape.”
Horseneck Road, which winds through central Great Neck, is one of the area’s most notable features. “It is an iconic road known for its scenery,” says Milbury, who has lived in the area for 25 years and worked in real estate for 40. “The road is framed with these beautiful, old stone walls and long vistas over the fields to Slocums River. It’s a special little area. Everybody who goes there is infatuated with the village.” Residents revel in the peaceful environment, where sea air comes rolling in off the bay but it is less than 10 miles from the hub of central Dartmouth and the seaside village of Padanaram.
Westport Point’s eastern tip faces Allen’s Pond in the Great Neck neighborhood.
Kayaking the Westport River in Great Neck offers a peaceful paddle through nature.
The elegant egret is a graceful, common sight in Great Neck’s coastal wetlands.
Destruction Brook Woods in Great Neck offers miles of easy trails through quiet forest.
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Historic homes and waterfront properties sit close to Slocums River
Great Neck offers a variety of homes, ranging from New England farmhouses from the 19th century to modern Cape Cods built after 2000. Other housing designs include ranch-style homes and custom builds. “Great Neck is very private,” Milbury says. “There’s something for everyone. It’s not just fabulous, pricey waterfront estates; one can find a nice, little waterfront village house or Cape for a modest amount of money and still have access to many of the same beautiful things.” Smaller ranch-style homes and Capes can still typically cost more than $700,000, while larger farmhouses and custom builds, some on multi-acre lots, often sell for over $1 million. The neighborhood receives a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, significantly lower than the national average of 4.
Rocky barriers protect homes on West Beach Road in Great Neck from coastal weather.
Great Neck’s custom homes appeal to buyers seeking upscale living and spacious design.
Great Neck homes often include decks that overlook the river and coastal marshes.
Great Neck’s wooded areas feature many ranch homes with cozy layouts.
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Residents have access to New England recreation in Great Neck
The Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust maintains natural areas in the community, including Russells Mills Woods and Parsons Preserve. “The land trust has conserved thousands of acres of land,” Milbury says. “There are hundreds of acres with miles of beautiful walking trails. Some of them culminate on Buzzards Bay on the water.” Destruction Brook Woods offers miles of trails. Slocums River is popular for canoeing and kayaking. Mass Audubon’s Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary offers 7 miles of trails amid woods and marshes near the coastline. Beachgoers can head to Little Beach on the south side or Demarest Lloyd State Park on the east coastline.
Hikers enjoy quiet walks at Parsons Reserve Trailhead in Great Neck’s wooded trails.
Russells Mills Woods Reserve in Great Neck offers forest trails for year-round hiking.
Wildlife thrives at Slocum’s River Reserve near Great Neck along the peaceful river.
Demarest Lloyd State Park near Great Neck offers clean beaches and well-kept parking lots.
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Education within Dartmouth Public Schools
Dartmouth Public Schools receives a B-plus from Niche. Kids can attend the B-plus-rated Andrew B. Cushman School for kindergarten and the B-rated Joseph DeMello Elementary School from first through fifth grade. Dartmouth Middle School receives an A-minus. Dartmouth High School scores a B-plus and offers student organizations like creative writing, dance, rock climbing and robotics clubs.
Near Great Neck, Andrew B. Cushman Elementary supports early student development.
Teacher quality at Joseph Demello Elementary near Great Neck earned an A rating from Niche.
Dartmouth Middle School near Great Neck builds strong foundations for high school success.
Dartmouth High School near Great Neck serves local students with pride and tradition.
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Popular seaside shopping in Padanaram
Less than 10 miles north of Great Neck, Padanaram is a coastal community hub. “Padanaram is a thriving little village with restaurants and shops,” Milbury says. “It’s very picturesque and has had a renaissance in the last few years. People come from all over to shop and dine; it’s like Cape Cod without the traffic. It’s been transformative to the village.” One of the most popular stops is the Farm & Coast Market, which operates throughout the week, serves three meals a day and sells local products.
Restaurants near Great Neck include seafood staples Sail Loft, Little Moss and the Bayside Restaurant. Just north, shoppers can find retail around Route 6. Groceries and everyday needs are available at Target and Walmart, while the Dartmouth Mall offers an Aldi and Macy’s.
The Sail Loft is an upscale casual spot that Great Neck residents frequently enjoy.
The Bayside is a charming restaurant near Great Neck where locals can refuel happily.
Farm & Coast Butcher in Dartmouth Community Park near Great Neck offers premium meats.
Little Moss is a popular local fine dining spot in Great Neck with al fresco dining options.
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Seasonal events take place in Padanaram
Padanaram is home to a robust calendar of annual celebrations. The Padanaram Holiday Stroll & Buoy Tree Lighting features a tree of hand-painted buoys. “The village is decked out for the holidays,” Milbury says. “They have an evening where people stroll the village with music, Santa Claus and dancing.” In July, the Padanaram Summer Festival draws crowds of thousands for live music, food vendors and fair activities.
Drivers must head north to get on Interstate 195
Due to the lack of public transit in the area, residents depend on personal vehicles to get around. Drivers head around 10 miles north to hop on major freeways near Dartmouth. “While very rural in nature, this area of the south coast is easily accessible,” Milbury says. “Interstate 195 comes from the Providence area straight through to Cape Cod.” Boston is over 60 miles north, while Providence and Newport are less than 35 miles away. St. Luke’s Hospital is less than 10 miles north. Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport sits around 40 miles away.
Interstate I-195 offers easy access to the Great Neck neighborhood and nearby coast.
T.F. Green International Airport is 40 miles away from the Great Neck community.
Hix Bridge is a historic gateway that helped shape the Great Neck neighborhood.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Great Neck Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Great Neck, Dartmouth sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Great Neck, Dartmouth over the last 12 months is $766,250.
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